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    Nectar Old Town Bluffton

    4.2 (310 reviews)
    Open • 10:00 am - 9:00 pm
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    Monique B.

    I really enjoyed Nectar, as this was my second visit. They were very accommodating and they offer ample seating available inside and outside. The parking lot is limited, but there is on street parking available nearby. The drinks and appetizers were just okay, but the entrees were delicious. Our waitress Angel was very sweet and helpful. We will definitely return.

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    HeaSun C.

    Every time we come to Bluffton, we make it a point to stop by Nectar Farm Kitchen, because aside from the food, I cannot say enough about how wonderful the staff is. The restaurant has a relaxed, summer vibe, where you truly feel comfortable. They also have a cute storefront, where you can try local honey, as well as other local souvenirs. This past stay at Montage, we went to Nectar Farm twice! The menu is extensive, so anyone can find anything to appeal to their appetite! What was great was they were able to be flexible and accommodate our large party of 12! Each time our servers were fantastic, and so helpful. It's hard overseeing a large party, but they did an excellent job. They were helpful, and fast! We tried everything from steak to seafood, and salads! Portions were hearty, and prices extremely reasonable! We will definitely be making a point to come here as often as possible!

    Menu, 8/5/26
    Laura P.

    I was greeted with quick seating to their lovely outdoor covered patio and helpful service. Plenty of fans keeping the heat away on this unusually pleasant August morning. Their menu is extensive with plenty of domestic and imported wines, craft beer and creative cocktails to pair with your meal. I opted for the Soup, Salad and biscuit "Nectar Combo" with She Crab Bisque, their Nectar Salad and a sweet potato biscuit. The Nectar salad has thick cut bacon, cucumber, blistered tomatoes, blue cheese, topped with toasted almonds served with their tomato vinaigrette. It had fresh mixed greens and was very good! The She Crab Bisque was flavorful but very thick - not actually a bisque texture. Backing off the thickening ingredient of their bisque would improve this soup. Lastly, I changed my original choice of Seafood Omelette once I found out their shrimp is brought in from Louisiana. I do not understand having access to fresh shrimp daily in this coastal area just off the Atlantic Ocean and opting to serve frozen, trucked in shrimp. I guess to comes down to profit? I was glad I asked my waitress, and I appreciate her checking and giving me an honest response. I'll return, but I certainly won't be ordering their shrimp unless they change their supplier to one of the local businesses.

    Pork Bowl
    Tyler R.

    This was a great way to end our Hilton Head vacation. We enjoyed brunch here and every bit of it was amazing. The deviled eggs to start were delicious and the perfect amount of spice. I had the pork bowl and the flavor was exploding... I loved it. The staff was super friendly and the service was fast even though it was very busy. Would love to return

    Chicken  SOUTHERN CHICKEN N- WAFFLE
    Amy M.

    Amazing brunch 2pm on a Thursday. Broad menu, many enticing options but when I saw chicken and waffles, I knew I had to have it. So good! I only ate half, along with a bacon Bloody Mary. My hubby had an olly omelet, and our friend had Sheba soup and shrimp salad combo. Really fun server, relaxed environment- I wish these were local to me!

    Chicken soup and salad
    Francie M.

    I appreciated their lunch special of soup and salad and biscuit, especially once the waitress said they could do any soup. I chose the chicken soup, which I didn't realize was a creamy chicken soup rather than clear broth. It was still pretty tasty. The salad had an interesting tomato vinaigrette and killer crispy black eyed peas as a topping (so unique I've never had that before). The biscuit was mass produced (sliced from a slab) so it could have been flakier but it was still tasty. Also introduced myself to half sweet and half unsweet tea - very refreshing! Logistics: - indoor and outdoor seating - limited street parking nearby - some GF menu items marked

    Mini pancake/sausage Benedict- yum!!
    Ashley W.

    Cute spot with indoor and outdoor seating and a bar inside. They have a very eclectic menu for brunch, lunch and dinner and plenty of fun cocktails as well.

    Lisa S.

    Had our anniversary dinner at Nectar in Blufton SC. Really enjoyed the meal - shrimp and crab and grits was amazing - as were the deviled eggs. My husband loved the southern poutine, and the surf & turf special. We had a half bottle Veuve, a shared Pinot Noir, and I had the vanilla martini for dessert while he had the steamed white chocolate. And a banana pudding to share. Will definitely go back - great service too! Christine and Emily rocked!!!!

    Arielle S.

    Get! The! Blackened! Shrimp! My salad was incredible - super fresh, served with a zingy tomato dressing. Tried a bite of the crab/shrimp and grits and thought that was lovely as well. Service is always great here - redeemed itself as a fav of our fam's!

    Banana Pudding
    K R.

    Casual restaurant in beautiful old town Bluffton. I love the indoor/outdoor spaces, the staff couldn't be any better, and the food is delicious. We've been for brunch and dinner, enjoyed live music on the porch, but tonight it was dinner, and we are already looking forward to coming back!

    Deviled eggs and fried oysters
    Angela H.

    Ate lunch here on a Monday afternoon and were surprised to find the place nearly packed. Ate outside on the patio, which was comfortable with many fans to circulate the air. Great service. Deviled eggs were surprisingly delicious, as were the fried oysters and spinach salad. I had the she-crab soup, which I love, but this version was a bit heavy with not quite enough sherry to lighten it up a bit. Mimosas were generous and hubby enjoyed his bloody Mary's. Overall, very enjoyable experience.

    FARM STAND BOWL bigger than it looks
    Jeff S.

    Really satisfying and pleasant service Perfect for Sunday brunch Casual and hearty meals

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    Wendy J.

    We were recommended this place by our concierge for the farm to table and biscuit basket The biscuits were awesome half plain biscuits, half sweet potato biscuits, fluffy and so good. The outdoor courtyard patio had lots of fans also had an outdoor bar No flies bothered us. Everyone liked their food. The collard greens were a little bitter. The hush puppies were spot on and the she crab soup was a little too thick with cornstarch and not enough sherry for my liking but I would still recommend going.

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    Wonderful food and ambiance. Loved everything I ate. Will return next trip to Bluffton!

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    Great outdoor oyster roast with an awesome band. Had the low country boil. Nice atmosphere.

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    I know it sounds weird, but they have the best chicken tenders I've ever had. Warm bacon spinach salad was great as well!

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    Very good! We went with a group and had a great time. The fried green tomatoes were yummy.

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    Nice atmosphere good food!! Friendly staff. Very busy but food brought out in reasonable amount of time.

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    Great breakfast and service - fun merchandise to boot! Highly recommend! Plenty of indoor and outdoor seating.

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    Food as always was great! Bartenders Paul and Ben were great to talk to while we stopped in for a bite to eat!

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    2 years ago

    Food is always consistently good!! My family and I came for brunch the other day and we sat outside. The outside seating is great!

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    Cj is an amazing bartender ! shes always very knowledgeable about the menu , and always has a smile on her face.

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    2 years ago

    One of the best Crab Cakes I have ever eaten was at nectar in Bluffton. Also fun atmosphere and great service.

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    3 years ago

    Charged us more per item than the menu says. Food was just ok.... Service ok. Not worth the cost.

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    Great selection and atmosphere. Loved the Nectar Trio. Service can be slow when the restaurant is busy

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    Heather, thank you for the 5 stars!

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    4.7(137 reviews)
    0.3 mi

    This was my third time coming here, and overall it was decent, but not quite what I've come to…read moreexpect. When I come back to a spot I love, I want the same dish prepared the same way every time -- that's literally why I keep coming back for it. It was pretty crowded, so I get that things get hectic, but that's not really an excuse for some of what happened service-wise. We ordered the corn fritters and oysters to start, and both came out cold. I'm not the type to send food back or make a scene about it, so I just ate it and moved on. For entrees, I got the Escovitch fish and my lady got the oxtails. The oxtails were way too fatty with barely any actual meat on them. My Escovitch -- flavor was there, it's always been good, that's not the issue. The issue was the portion of the sautéed onions and carrots that come with it. Last time I got this dish, that came with a solid, generous serving of those veggies to eat alongside the fish. This time I got what looked like the very last scoop from the pan -- barely enough to go with a couple bites of fish, let alone the whole plate. If that was intentional, like it's just supposed to be a garnish amount, fine, I'd understand that. But that's not what I got last time, so it felt more like I just got the bottom of the pot instead of an actual full serving. The BBQ mac and cheese also threw me off a bit -- noodles seemed unusually thick. But the GM actually came by to check on us, and when I mentioned it he explained it's gluten-free, which made total sense. Still tasted good, just personally not a fan of how big the noodles are. Drinks were subpar too, which surprised me because they're usually on point. Might've been a newer bartender, not sure. I didn't ask for anything off the bill or comped -- I ordered it, I paid for it, even with the hiccups. I just really hope whoever's in the kitchen tightens up on consistency, because the flavor foundation here is genuinely good. This isn't a bad-place review -- it's a "y'all had an off night" review. I'll be back.

    After reading some reviews I don't want to be repetitive. But this place is a gem in Bluffton…read more The place is super nice, you feel relaxed as soon as you come in. Decoration is amazing. I had the Crispy Shrooms. Really good. Jollof rice is definitely a different and unexpected texture and flavor, very good. For the main dish was the Lobster Cashew curry. Absolutely beautifully presented and delicious. I should've follow my server advice about the rice. jollof rice must pair really good with meat. Not that much with seafood. I think the prices are very reasonable even for the wine. Service is impecable. Music Level perfect. Definitely coming back to try all the menu.

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    A Lowcountry Backyard - SHRIMP AND GRITS

    A Lowcountry Backyard

    4.3(2.7k reviews)
    7.7 mi
    •$$

    Lowcountry Backyard was one of those places that feels like it's been there forever in the best…read morepossible way. Quirky, unpolished, a little tucked away, and absolutely full of character. It doesn't feel corporate or manufactured at all. More like you've stumbled into somebody's lovingly chaotic backyard dinner party where the food just happens to be genuinely top-tier. The mismatched charm, handwritten feel, and warm atmosphere are part of what makes it so special. There's this brilliant contrast between the laid-back hole-in-the-wall vibe and the seriously refined cooking coming out of the kitchen. We started with the fried green tomatoes which were incredibly tender, fried perfectly, and drizzled with a lovely house-made ranch. The sweet house pickles alongside were such a good touch. We also each had a cup of she crab soup which was beautifully seasoned and packed with tonnes of crab morsels. For mains, we shared the shrimp and grits and completely understood why the recipe has won awards, including being recognised as the 3rd best in the world. The recipe is rooted in traditional Lowcountry cooking but elevated with layers of flavour that somehow still feel comforting and homemade. The grits were unbelievably creamy, and the shrimp and sausage were perfectly cooked with fantastic flavour throughout. We also split the seafood purloo with blackened grouper, and it was equally impressive. Everything was cooked perfectly and tasted incredibly fresh without trying too hard to be fancy. What really made the experience though was the staff. Everyone went above and beyond. They took time to chat with us about the area, paced the courses perfectly so nothing felt rushed, and by the end we were leaving with handshakes feeling more like guests than customers. Places like this are getting harder to find. We'll absolutely be back and would recommend it to anyone looking for authentic Lowcountry food served by genuinely wonderful people.

    Disappointing. The reviews were stellar, the food was not. The derive was good, but that's kind of…read morewhere it ended. Except for the fried green tomatoes- those were very good, dipped in blue cheese dressing (ranch was bad, tasted like plain mayonnaise with a parsley sprinkle) The pimento cheese appetizer was so disappointing! Tasted like cream cheese mixed with packaged shredded cheddar and 3 small pieces of raw red pepper; served with stale corn chips and uninspired pita. Was so looking forward to good homemade pimento cheese in the south! The grouper sandwich was sad, my friend only ate the fish and left the bun and tomatoes on the plate. The mac and cheese was even sadder, described as baked mac and cheese it was more like old leftovers, cold, separated noodles that were really dry. The shrimp blt salad- the aforementioned fried green tomatoes were the best part. The bacon was cold and floppy and kind of unchewable. It was served on wilted arugula. I'm so confused by all the rave reviews! Maybe this was a one off.

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    River Road Cafe - Simple Breakfast

    River Road Cafe

    4.7(100 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    Delicious.... That was a good breakfast. Decided to include their spicy homemade sausage because i…read moredo like spicy. Very impressive. And dam it was . Very attentive staff and manager or owner. Great laidback atmosphere and tucked out of the way.

    Somehow I never knew this cafe existed. I was there with some friends for lunch and it was…read moreabsolutely outstanding. It was also a lot bigger than I expected. Located in a strip mall area there's plenty of parking. They have a Louisiana/Cajun/New Orlean type cuisine Rachael was our server and was extremely helpful as well as patient with the group I was with. Since reading the reviews prior to visiting, I wanted to try the Oyster Po-Boy. On the lunch menu, they had Combos where you can order a half Po-Boy along with soup or Gumbo for $13.95. The Oyster Po-Boy added an extra $1.00. So that's what I ordered----half oyster Po-Boy with Shrimp & Corn soup. The soup tasted like it may have been homemade. It was excellent with at least 6 medium size shrimp along with a delicious corn and seafood broth. The half Po-Boy was definitely a good size packed with large fried oysters. They had a separate room which I didn't visit. I'm guessing for larger parties or overflow. I believe they also serve alcohol although I didn't see a bar when I was there. Mainly people there for breakfast, brunch or lunch.

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    Ruby Lee's - Double Cut Porkchop

    Ruby Lee's

    4.1(242 reviews)
    6.7 mi
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    My husband and I loved finding this spot in Hilton Head! There was live…read more R&B music and friendly staff. We both had corn bread, fried chicken, yams, collards and sweet iced tea. It was all delicious--the corn bread was some of the best we have ever tasted. Our chicken was fried to order--hot, tasty and large portions. Nothing was from a can--it was all beautifully seasoned, prepared and served. Don't miss out--spend a lively, fun evening at Ruby Lee's!

    We pulled up to complete darkness around a curve to a hole in the wall in the middle of nowhere…read more We could hear the live band before we got out of the car. They sounded great. The dance floor was full and people were actually up and engaging. A Band named 'Chemistry'.. really good. There is a $12 entertainment fee.. at least tonight it was well worth it.. Our waitress, didn't get her name, sat us after we stood at the door for what felt like forever.. lol probably bc it felt like everybody was looking at us waiting bc BAM you right in the door, front and center! Anywho, we were seated, offered water and our drink order was taken. We got a signature cocktail, 'The Ruby'.. it was on point! Yes it was. It looked like a busy night, so Grace was given. Our order was taken, 1. Chicken and Waffles and 2. Pork chops with Collards and Mac n Chz.. the band has stopped playing so the over head music is playing.. which is still good music. So we wait... Lord have mercy! The wait was well worth it! When I saw we left Nothing. But. Crumbs. Everything was Chefs Kiss! From the entertainment, customer service, food, and ambience, I wish I could give a 10! I wanna thank my friend who visited last week for putting us on.. it was a highlight of our trip. Would definitely return. & will tell anyone who is in the area to definitely give it a try! Please come with Patience and an Open Mind, especially on a busy night. It was well worth the wait.

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    The tastiest fried catfish made with the legacy family recipe. Amen!

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    Annie O's Kitchen

    Annie O's Kitchen

    4.2(313 reviews)
    7.9 mi
    •$$

    Just had one of those "how is this place not packed every night?" experiences at Annie O's…read moreKitchen... and wow, I'm still thinking about it. Debbie and I stopped in about an hour before closing, not expecting much--just a quick bite. What we got instead was hands down one of the best seafood meals I've had in a long time. First off, we met the owner, Jim Scully--absolute legend. Friendly, genuine, and actually takes the time to sit and chat. You just don't see that anymore. Great conversation, great energy... set the tone right away. Now let's talk FOOD... * Fried oysters & shrimp - ridiculously good. Light, crispy, not greasy at all. You can tell everything is top quality. * Coleslaw - vinegar-based, shredded, and honestly reminded me of proper German kraut salad. Perfect balance with the seafood. * Soft shell crab... alright, this is where things got serious. "It was like a circus in my mouth... just an explosion of flavors." I'm not exaggerating. The texture was creamy, not oily, and the batter was just perfect. One of those bites where you just stop and look at each other like... yep, this is special. On top of that: * Everything is made with high-quality ingredients * Prices are very reasonable for what you're getting (honestly, some places charge double for worse) * BYOB (bring your own wine/beer = big win ) * Huge menu--seafood, ribs, BBQ, pulled pork, chicken, desserts... you name it Final verdict: (three thumbs up from Debbie & me) If you're in Hilton Head and even thinking about seafood--this is a hidden gem you don't want to miss. We'll 100% be back.

    Everything!! The chicken can't get any fresher. I had the lunch plate with Nashville seasoning and…read morethe sweet mashed potatoes. Delicious! We'll be back.

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